THE PROFESSIONAL
By Addison Fox
Harlequin Romantic
Suspense
October 15, 2015
Blurb:
Despite her job as a wedding planner,
Violet Richardson doesn’t believe a happy-ever-after is in her future. And when
she’s kidnapped by a killer, she’s surprised that rescue comes in the form of
her tempting yet irritating neighbor, Max Baldwin.
Trying to forget his dark past, Max
never meant to take on his attractive neighbor’s troubles. But now the
bickering pair must outrun a thug who’s determined to get his hands on
mysterious jewels he thinks are in Violet’s possession. As they race for their
lives through Dallas’s summer heat, Max and Violet may finally open their eyes
to the burning passion they share.
My Thoughts:
I have to say that I did like The Professional. It did have action and suspense. However, at the same time I felt like I jumped into a middle of a plot, which I did. Whoops. I was blinded by the hot cover. Anyway, I'm guessing there are more to overall plot, because one of character's step-father is trying to get some rubies and basically will do anything to get them. Overall plot of story is center around these rare rubies were from Britain (yes, I'm over simplifying this). During this mess, Max needs to rescue Violet, because Tripp Lange (the bad guy) will do anything to get his hands on these jewels. It looked for the weakest link, which happens to Violet. Basically, we are galavanting about East Texas to make sure Max and Violet stay safe. Even though I was playing catch up with my mind, the plot was pretty easy to grasp, and I wasn't too lost for not reading the previous stories. I wouldn't recommend going this way, I would probably suggest reading the previous books to get the full grasp of Tripp's diabolical tendencies. Now the romance aspect of the story, I liked it. I mean we have Max and Violet who kinda of rub on each others nerves. Actually it was more Violet was getting rubbed the wrong way, which has to do with her wall. Those darn emotional walls, they seem to get in the way. Both have issues and have to overcome, Violet has more of a trust issue. Both of them compliment one another. Overall, The Professional is a pretty good read, but don't forget my suggest. There is a plot cliffhanger. Max and Violet get a happy ending, but the overall plot goes on. After all one more person needs to find a happy ending.
Copy provided by Harlequin via BookTrib
ADDISON FOX can't
remember a time when words weren't a part of her life. In addition to being an
avid reader, she loves writing novels about strong-willed and exciting heroes
and heroines—individuals who are meant for each other and who deserve their
happily ever after. After she makes them work for it, of course! Addison lives
in Dallas.
Bon Appétit and a Book from Hope White: A delicious recipe of your choice to enjoy
alongside the book
These mini blender muffins
are by far my favorite recipe for a sweet treat in the afternoon when sitting
down with a good book. I imagine these
yummy muffins could be served at Healthy Eats restaurant, featured in “Christmas
Undercover.” These are truly the best
muffins I’ve ever tasted! (The original
recipe can be found on: http://www.averiecooks.com)
Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Mini Blender
Muffins
INGREDIENTS:
1 medium ripe banana, peeled
1 large egg
Heaping 1/2 cup creamy peanut
butter
3 tablespoons honey or maple
syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch salt, optional and to
taste
Heaping 1/2 cup mini
semi-sweet chocolate chips
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400F. Prepare
mini muffin pans by spraying with floured cooking spray, or grease and
flour the pans; set aside.
To the canister of a blender,
add first 7 ingredients, through optional salt, and blend on high speed until
smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
Add chocolate chips and stir
in by hand.
Using a tablespoon or small
cookie scoop that's been sprayed with cooking spray (helps batter slide off
spoon or scoop easily), form rounded 1 tablespoon mounds and place mounds into
prepared pans. Each cavity should be filled to a solid 3/4 full.
Bake for 8 to 9 minutes, or
until the tops are set, domed, springy to the touch, and a toothpick inserted
into the center comes out clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no
batter. Watch your muffins closely, and bake until done. Allow
muffins to cool in pans for about 10 minutes, or until they've firmed up and
are cool enough to handle. Muffins are best fresh, but will keep airtight at
room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 4 months.
CHRISTMAS UNDER COVER
By Hope White
Harlequin Love
Inspired
October 15, 2015
Blurb:
FBI agent Sara
Vaughn believes a group of pharmaceutical businessmen are engineering drugs
with deadly results. Her boss won’t approve a sting operation, so she goes
rogue and follows the suspects on a hike in the Cascade Mountains to record
evidence.
But when Sara
witnesses them murder one of their own, she is revealed and becomes the target.
Saved by a handsome volunteer mountain rescue worker, Sara at first suspects
Will Rankin is another bad guy hunting her. But when the widowed father of two
risks everything to save her, she knows that Will is all that’s standing
between her and seeing Christmas morning.
COLORADO
AS A SETTING
By Elle
James
I chose Colorado as a setting for HIGH COUNTRY HIDEOUT
because I love Colorado and think it’s as rugged as some of my heroes. I also
chose it because my hero needed to learn he could do the work, even in such a
challenging environment. The Rockies can be beautiful and dangerous, especially
for a man who has lost a leg in battle. Angus learns he can still ride a horse,
climb hills and be the man he needs to be.
My husband, daughter and I love to visit Colorado to take
our ATVs out on the old mining trails. We see some of the most beautiful
scenery from 13,000 feet up in the mountains. I wanted my hero to experience
some of that beauty to remind him his life is worth living and he can still
contribute greatly to the running of a ranch in the mountains. I hope you learn
to love Angus as he learns to love himself again.
HIGH COUNTRY HIDEOUT
By Elle James
Harlequin Intrigue
October 15, 2015
Blurb:
Ranching was Angus Ketchum’s
first love - until his last tour of duty shattered that dream. The wounded
ex-soldier gets his second chance when he’s recruited to go undercover to
protect a widowed ranch owner. But from the moment he meets Reggie Davis, Angus
can tell holding onto her land and keeping her young son safe is taking its
toll. Especially when someone threatens her livelihood and her life. As the
attacks escalate, Angus must rely on his combat skills to keep Reggie and her boy
alive. And he must rely on his commitment to the mission to keep their powerful
attraction in check.
Award-winning author ELLE JAMES grew up as an air force military brat. She received her
work ethic from her father, her creative streak from her mother and inspiration
from her writing partner and sister.
A former member
of the Army Reserve and a current member of the Air Force Reserve, she's
traveled across the US and Germany, managed a full-time job, and raised three
wonderful children. She and her husband even tried their hands at ranching
exotic birds (ostriches, emus and rheas). Ask her, and she'll tell you what
it's like to go toe-to-toe with an angry 350 pound bird and live to tell about
it.
What are your thoughts on the books Spotlighted today? Have you read anything from these authors? How many are you going to try to make the recipes? Or do you have any thoughts on tips to get published? Love to hear your thoughts.
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